Senior Manager/ AVP - Capital Raise and Investor Relations
Description
What we are looking for:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives.
- Capital Raising: Lead efforts to raise debt and equity capital from institutional investors, banks, and other financial institutions.
- Investor Relations: Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective investors, ensuring effective communication and reporting.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify funding opportunities and emerging trends.
- Deal Structuring: Negotiate and structure financing deals, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and compliance, to facilitate smooth fundraising processes.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on fundraising performance, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement capital raising strategies to support the financial growth objectives of the firm.
- Identify potential investors, strategic partners, and funding sources to facilitate capital infusion.
- Build and maintain relationships with investors, financial institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare compelling pitch decks, investment proposals, and financial models to present to potential investors.
- Negotiate terms, agreements, and investment structures to secure necessary funding for the firm.
- Monitor market trends, funding opportunities, and competitor activities to optimize capital raising initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior management to align capital raising efforts with overall corporate goals and financial targets.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and financial industry standards throughout the capital raising process.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or other relevant certifications
- Proven track record of successfully raising capital for media companies or related industries.
- Strong financial acumen and analytical skills to assess investment opportunities and financial viability.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate business strategies and investment propositions effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Knowledge of financial markets, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks applicable to capital raising activities.
- Demonstrated negotiation skills and proficiency in structuring investment deals and agreements.
- Experience in managing due diligence processes, deal execution, and post-closure activities.